Indonesia Earthquake

**Chris** · November 16, 2014

Indonesia Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Warning

A large earthquake has hit the waters off eastern Indonesia, triggering the possibility of a tsunami in the region.

There have been no reports of casualties or major damage

A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.3 under the sea in eastern Indonesia sparked a tsunami warning and caused residents in coastal areas to flee their homes.

The quake struck at a depth of 28 miles (46 km) near the Maluku Islands, which are about a four-hour flight from the capital, Jakarta.
There have been no reports of casualties or major damage.

Indonesia's meteorological agency said a tsunami wave of 9 cm (3.54 in) washed onto the small island of Jailolo but caused no damage.

The quake was strongly felt in several cities in eastern Indonesia, sending many people to run from homes and other buildings, officials and residents said.

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Hopefully this goes by without problems, it's quite lucky that the earthquake hasn't caused major damage or worse the loss of lives. I genuinely hope the same can be said for any possible Tsunami.

I'm also surprised I haven't heard anything on the radio.